Artist-in-Residence Program 2027 Performing Arts Division

KYOTO ART CENTER offers an artist-in-residence program to support the creative activities of emerging artists and researchers in the field of arts who seek to create new artistic expression through exposure to different cultures.
For details of the program, click here.

This year, open calls will be accepted from artists or researchers working in the field of performing arts.

Application Requirements

◎An emerging artist or researcher active in the field of performing arts who has a clear reason for staying in Kyoto for production, research, etc.
◎Participants must be able to plan and implement exchange projects with the public during their participation period.
◎Capable of communicating in English or Japanese.
◎The purpose of conducting the residency at Kyoto Art Center and the proposed research content must be clearly articulated.
(A public presentation of the outcomes during the residency is not required.)
◎The proposal must demonstrate both originality and feasibility.

Support

◎Provide an accommodation during the period of stay (up to 3 months in principle)
*Kyoto Art Center does not own any accommodation facilities, therefore we will arrange an accommodation for selected applicants according to their schedules and requests.
◎Provide a studio at KYOTO ART CENTER
◎Round-trip airfare (Economy class) from residential area to Kansai International Airport or Osaka International Airport
◎Subsidy of 200,000 yen (tax included) per production (for both individuals and groups)
◎Cooperation in public relations
◎Assistance by art coordinators

Period of stay

Within 3 months period during either of the following time frames:
① May 1st [Sat] 2027, to August 31st [Tue], 2027
or
② November 1st [Mon] 2027, to Feburuary 29th [Tue], 2028

How to Apply

Please prepare the following three documents and submit your application via the application form below within the designated application period. Only application materials written in Japanese or English will be accepted.

1. Application Sheet (Complete all fields in the application sheet by downloading below.)
Maximum file size: 1 MB
Please name the file with your name. Ex. File_YourName.pdf

応募用紙（日本語：Word）：https://www.kac.or.jp/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/★AIR_application_2027_JP.doc
応募用紙（日本語：PDF）：https://www.kac.or.jp/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/★AIR_application_2027_JP.pdf
Application Sheet（English：Word）：https://www.kac.or.jp/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/★AIR_application_2027_ENG.doc
Application Sheet（English：PDF）：https://www.kac.or.jp/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/★AIR_application_2027_ENG.pdf

2. The CV: 1page
Maximum file size: 1 MB
Please name the CV with your name. Ex. CV_YourName.pdf

3. The portfolio: Maximum 5 pages
Maximum file size: 10 MB
Please name the portfolio with your name. Ex. Portfolio_YourName.pdf

※ All application documents must be submitted in PDF format via the application form.
※ Documents submitted in an incorrect file format will render the application ineligible for review.

APPLICATION FORM：https://forms.gle/bFBx6BSMbosegRw6A

Application Acceptance Period

June 30, 2026 (Tue) – July 31, 2026 (Fri), 18:00 (JST)
[must complete the application entry by this date].
*Applications received outside of this period will not be accepted.

Selection and Results

Selection will be made by a selection committee composed of experts and applicants will be notified by e-mail (scheduled for late November 2026). Please note that inquiries regarding the selection process will not be accepted.

Notes

◎Food, artist fees, and other living expenses will not be provided.
◎Please prepare your own supplies for production, research, and other activities.
◎After the completion of the residency, you will be required to submit a report.
◎If you will be traveling with a production assistant or family member, please discuss with us in advance. Please note that the support is only applicable to the artist.
◎In the event of accidents, illness, or other unforeseen circumstances during your stay, you are responsible for your own safety. We highly recommend that you purchase travel insurance.

FAQ

You could check answers to frequently asked questions from the link below.
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1DpDBUgA-XV37clYkJB_HRyCosWPLGBDHCpshhNeEo-A/edit?usp=sharing
If you have further questions, please contact us by E-mail.
E-mail: residence[at]kac.or.jp
*Please change [at] to @.

Please note that in principle, we cannot answer each inquiry individually.

Contact / Inquiries

KYOTO ART CENTER Artist-in-Residence Program Section
546-2, Yamabushiyama-cho, Takoyakushi-sagaru, Muromachi-dori, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto 604-8156, Japan
TEL: +81-(0)75-213-1000 / FAX: +81-(0)75-213-1004
E-mail: residence[at]kac.or.jp
*Please change [at] to @
•Opening hours: 10:00a.m. – 6:00p.m. JST
*The center may temporarily close for a regular check of equipment.